1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 814 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
